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CHBA BC Meets with B.C. MPs for 'National Day on the Hill'
CHBA BC
This week, CHBA BC joined with homebuilding associations from across the country for CHBA National's Day on the Hill in Ottawa.
We met with many Members of Parliament to share CHBA's Unlocking the Door to Homeownership recommendations and discuss the challenge of building 3.5 million additional homes in the next 10 years to house Canadians and address affordability.
A big thank you to the B.C. MPs who met with our delegation: Hon. Carla Qualtrough (MP for Delta & Min. of Sport and Physical Activity), Hon. Ken Hardie (MP for Fleetwood—Port Kells), Hon. Randeep Sarai (MP for Surrey Centre), Hon. Wilson Miao (MP for Richmond Centre) and Hon. Parm Bains (MP for Steveston—Richmond East).
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Give us Your Feedback on the Distribution of EnerGuide Labels
CHBA BC
 The CHBA BC Energy Programs department is reviewing how we provide the EnerGuide for New Homes rating label and reports.
Currently, labels are printed and mailed directly to builders. The labels are intended to be affixed to the electrical panel of the EnerGuide-rated home. Moving forward, we are investigating how to make this process digital, allowing access to labels much faster.
If you participate in the EnerGuide Rating System and haven't yet responded to our one-minute survey, please let us know your thoughts now.
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Get your 2024 Georgie Awards Tickets While They Last
CHBA BC
Ticket sales for the 2024 Georgie Awards Gala are off to a hot start since we announced the finalists late last week!
The excitement is growing and tickets are already 1/3 sold since sales began last Thursday!
Don't miss out on your chance to join us for this year’s celebration of BC's most prestigious homebuilding awards.
Click here to secure your tickets to the gala on May 25.
The Georgie Awards wouldn't be possible without the support of our amazing sponsors.
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Electrical Code Consultation: Changes to Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment, Energy Management Systems and Energy Storage Systems
Technical Safety BC
Technical Safety BC will be hosting a public consultation to gather feedback on the impact of adopting the 2024 Canadian Electrical Code (CE Code) into BC regulation. Your input will help TSBC assess the impact of these code changes before submitting their recommendation to the Province of BC on its suitability for adoption.
Key changes for residential construction:
- Adds electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) and electric vehicle energy management system (EVEMS) demand factors to load calculations for all buildings except for single dwellings.
- Allows for the installation of an energy storage system (ESS), including ESS rated 1 kWh or less, within a dwelling unit.
Please share this information with your electrical contractors for feedback. Contact Pauline Rupp to inform CHBA BC's submission, or provide direct input to Technical Safety BC through their Engage page.
Review a summary of proposed changes here.
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Peer Learning Network (PLN) Input & Engagement Survey
Planning Institute of British Columbia
PIBC has received funding from the Province of BC - Ministry of Housing for the planning, development and implementation of a Peer Learning Network (PLN). The purpose of the PLN is to facilitate peer-to-peer learning concerning housing solutions, emerging practices, and policy developments in support of practitioners working toward implementing the new provincial housing legislation.
PIBC has been working to finalize plans for the first phases of this initiative, which are moving forward in the coming days and weeks. PIBC is now seeking input to finalize those plans and would appreciate planning practitioners completing this brief survey.
The survey is open until 4:00 pm PT on February 16, 2024.
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Provincial Webinar Series on the Implementation of Legislation to Increase Housing Supply
BC government
In November 2023, new legislation was introduced to amend the Local Government Act and the Vancouver Charter to increase housing supply. The Province has been hosting a series of webinars to support local government implementation of this legislation: Bills 44, 46, and 47.
These webinars have all been recorded and are available to watch here. Each one provides technical overviews of the requirements of legislation and regulations and a question-and-answer period.
CHBA BC would encourage our members to review these recordings and speak to their local municipality about how they are responding to the changes.
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Association Student Awards Increase Access to Education
BOABC
It is that time of year again when the Building Officials Association of BC accepts Student Award applications.
The Student Awards are being offered to increase access to Association educational programs and help interested individuals become building and plumbing officials.
For details about the Student Awards program, or to apply for a Student Award, please click here. The deadline to apply for a Student Award is February 29, 2024.
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*NEW* Simplifying Complex Carbs — Examining the Zero Carbon Step Code (7 CPD POINTS)
CHBA BC Education
In the wake of increasingly impactful severe weather events, the true price of maintaining business as usual has become apparent. Recognizing the shift in home buyers' priorities towards resilience, comfort, and health, this session will provide an exploration of carbon reduction.
This session will dive into the intricacies of the BC Zero Carbon Step Code, what it is, where it stands, and why it matters. Armed with comprehensive datasets, he will paint a picture of the current state of the industry and project where it needs to be and when.
The primary focus will be on facilitating a seamless and cost-effective transition for builders, with a particular focus on electrical systems and codes. The session aims to showcase practical strategies for right-sizing systems to meet evolving demands. The session will also spotlight specific examples of best practices, helping builders and trades navigate the path toward a sustainable, resilient and healthy future.
This course will be taking place in the following cities:
May 30 - Victoria
June 6 - Burnaby
Sept 17 - Penticton
Sept 19 - Cranbrook
Oct 8 - Vernon
Oct 10 - Kelowna
Oct 30 - Nelson
Nov 7 - Nanaimo
Nov 21 - Kamloops
Please note that students who register for the Nelson or Cranbrook sessions are eligible for a $100 rebate, to be provided post-session upon successful completion of the course.
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